Cape Verde People & Culture

In this town, you can have a marvellous view towards the sea from Rua Direita. In the evenings, the praça is the place to be. People hang out there, talk, have fun and have drinks at the esplenade.

Only 15 kms or so from Praia, Cidade Velha is worth the taxi ride to see the fort from above and the crashing waves below, plus an aspect of small-time life on Cape Verde. Not much to do really, but the everyday scenes and the friendly smiles of the people will be enough. I got lucky, was there on May 1 and there was nobody at the fort to charge the entry fee :-)

Little fishing village. Nice people. Beautiful surroundings.

Oooooh Cape Verde...hit this spot 2x, once on the way in to Africa to refuel as well as on the way out. I had never heard of this island before, I was intrigued instantly. Who are these people, what language are they speaking, what's their nationality.....crazy how they look just like me and my brothers!?! Ahhhh, u are of Portuguese decent...me likey. Took a ride around town, smoked a cigarette, grabbed some food, chatted w/ the locals. Short but sweet. Abrigado Cape Verde.

I didn't have a chance but look for fishing tours the people here make a living off of it. Souvenirs are everywhere set aside money for that and plan to negotiate a little. If you are there for their festival, bring your camera, hang on to it tight and hang on for the ride. It's an insane party that spans the island. If you can't deal with the insanity, a hotel balcony is a good place to hide and get pictures. The woman that owns the internet cafe in the town center is wonderful, British and a good source of information.

Beautiful island that shows you the real authentic Cape Verde; The old fashion way of fishing, Friendly locals, the beautiful white beaches, (cliff)diving and so much more. Amazing food,music and drinks with most tourist accomodations close to the beach. Wonderfull weather 24/7. Be repaired to fall in love with the island. Tip for women: the authentic clothing and fabrics suit every type and can be bought anywhere. Want to know more? Just ask!

Beautiful, amazing! Views like you wouldn't believe! It's a great place to set up home base while you take taxis (vans or short buses) around the island. Be sure to do some hiking... you find the most interesting things when you get lost.

Little fishing village. Nice people. Beautiful surroundings.

I didn't have a chance but look for fishing tours the people here make a living off of it. Souvenirs are everywhere set aside money for that and plan to negotiate a little. If you are there for their festival, bring your camera, hang on to it tight and hang on for the ride. It's an insane party that spans the island. If you can't deal with the insanity, a hotel balcony is a good place to hide and get pictures. The woman that owns the internet cafe in the town center is wonderful, British and a good source of information.

Beautiful island that shows you the real authentic Cape Verde; The old fashion way of fishing, Friendly locals, the beautiful white beaches, (cliff)diving and so much more. Amazing food,music and drinks with most tourist accomodations close to the beach. Wonderfull weather 24/7. Be repaired to fall in love with the island. Tip for women: the authentic clothing and fabrics suit every type and can be bought anywhere. Want to know more? Just ask!

the most beautiful beach of Sal Island

There are ATMs in town, but they're all Visa only. There aren't any that take Mastercard/Maestro.

Everywhere accepts euros but you usually get an exchange rate of 100 escudos, rather than the official one of 110 escudos to the euro.

preparem-se para comprar muita água, nunca bembam água do cano nem comam saladas ou sumos de máquina. é normal terem crianças a pedir garrafas de água

In this town, you can have a marvellous view towards the sea from Rua Direita. In the evenings, the praça is the place to be. People hang out there, talk, have fun and have drinks at the esplenade.

Beautiful, amazing! Views like you wouldn't believe! It's a great place to set up home base while you take taxis (vans or short buses) around the island. Be sure to do some hiking... you find the most interesting things when you get lost.